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Palmgren Operating Manual & Parts List 9683120 & 9683121
INSTALLATION (CONTINUED)
EXTENSION CORDS
• The use of any extension cord will cause some drop in voltage
and loss of power.
• Wires of the extension cord must be of sufficient size to carry the
current and maintain adequate voltage.
• Running the unit on voltages which are not within ±10% of the
specified voltage may cause overheating and motor burn-out.
• Use the table to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.)
extension cord.
• Use only 3-wire extension cords having 3-prong grounding type
plugs and 3-pole receptacles which accept the tool plug.
• If the extension cord is worn, cut or damaged in any way, replace
it immediately.
OPERATION
CONTROLS
Refer to Figures 1, 2 and 3.
Figure 1 – Controls
A. Speed Readout – Displays speed in feet per minute.
B. Speed Selection Dial – Variable speed control.
C. Power Switch – Main power control with key.
D. Power Lamp – Lights up if power is getting to the machine.
E. Saw Motor/Blade Welder Switch – Switches power between
band saw motor and blade welder. (The saw motor and blade
welder cannot operate at the same time.)
F. Start – Starts the saw motor.
G. Emergency Stop – Stops the machine quickly. To reset, twist and
pull the knob to allow motor to be reactivated.
Figure 2 – Controls
H. Blade Guide Up and Down Handwheel
I. Blade Guide
J. Blade Tension Handwheel
Figure 3 – Controls
K. Blade Tracking Knob
L. Blade Guide Lock Knob
Volts
120
25
50
100
150
240
50
100
150
300
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
More Not
Than
More Than
Minimum Gage for Cord
Total Length of Cord in Feet
Not Recommended
Ampere Rating
Extension Cord Table
B
A
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
9683120_9683121_oipm_En011_9645072.01-0620 __ 06-24-2020 . . .
